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Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position:
An opportunity has arisen for 2 Porter's based at University Hospital Ayr.
What you will do:
The Clinical Support Services is looking for a candidate to join the Portering Department at University Hospital Ayr. You will provide a wide and varied range of Portering, Security and Waste Management Services which support Clinical services throughout NHS Ayrshire and Arran in line with National Standards. Duties will be widely varied such as, waste management, transfer of patients in and around hospital sites, transportation of meals, linen, stores, equipment and supplies. as well as co-ordinating internal and external mail. You will also have excellent customer care skills, a vital skill when working the NHS.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You are required to be numerate, literate and practical and have the ability to operate a wide range of vehicles and mechanical & moving aids.
The below knowledge and experience is essential for this role:-
Essential Criteria
* Clean Driving License
* Good Communication as this will take place at various levels e.g., Estates, Heads of Department, Practice Managers etc.
* Must have ability to use own initiative to anticipate and make appropriate decisions.
* Expected to work with minimal supervision.
* Flexible approach to work and working hours.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.
Hours:
Please indicate which post below you are applying for on application:-
Post 1: 37 hours per week over an 18 week rota covering day, night and weekend shifts.
Post 2: 37 hours per week relief to cover any planned and unplanned absences within the current 18 week rota.
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A clean, valid drivers licence is essential for this role and you must provide evidence of this.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Donna Kirkpatrick on or donna.kirkpatrick@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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